Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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