Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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