Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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