Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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