Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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