Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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