Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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