Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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