Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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