Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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