Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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