Find out more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open educational experiments. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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