Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better grasp these interesting new open education experiments. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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