Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in electronic education technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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