Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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