Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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