Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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