Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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