Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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