Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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