Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education experiments. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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