Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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