Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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