Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bangladesh to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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