Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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