Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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