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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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