Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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