Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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