Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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