Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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