Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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