Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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