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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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