Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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