Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic educational technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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