Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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