Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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