Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning enable humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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