Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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