Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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