Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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