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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Universities want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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