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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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