Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Maldives to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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