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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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