Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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