Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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