Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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