Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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