Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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