Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these intriguing new open education experiments. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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