Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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