Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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