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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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