Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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