Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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