Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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