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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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