Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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