Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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