Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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