Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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