Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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