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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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