Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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