Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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