Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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