Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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