Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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