Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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