Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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