Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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