Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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