Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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