Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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