Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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