Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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