Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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