Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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