Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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