Learn more about this educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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