Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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