Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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