Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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