Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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