Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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