Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses 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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