Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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