Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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