Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Andorra to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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