Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic education technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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