Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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