Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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