Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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