Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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