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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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