Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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