Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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