Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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