Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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