Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in e-learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key 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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