Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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