Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to be more aware of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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