Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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