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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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