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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to understand these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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