Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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