Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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