Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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