Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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