Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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