Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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