Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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