Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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