Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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