Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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