Find out more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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