Find out more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in digital education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to understand these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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