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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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