Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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