Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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