Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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