Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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