Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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