Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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