Find out more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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