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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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