Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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