Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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