Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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