Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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