Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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