Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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