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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning have empowered humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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