Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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