Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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