Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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