Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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