Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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