Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational experiments. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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