Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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