Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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