Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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