Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better understand these open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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