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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in elearning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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