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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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