Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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