Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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