Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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