Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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