Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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