Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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