Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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