Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in digital education technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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