Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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