Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these new open education experiments. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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