Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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