Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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