Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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