Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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