Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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