Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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