Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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