Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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