Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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