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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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