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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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