Find out more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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