Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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