Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology enable learners all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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