Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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