Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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