Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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