Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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