Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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