Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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