Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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