Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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