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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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