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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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