Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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