Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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