Find out more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning enable students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Turkmenistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education experiments. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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