Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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