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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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