Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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