Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Gabon to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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