Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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