Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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