Find out more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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