Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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