Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education experiments. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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