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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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