Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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