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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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