Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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