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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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