Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education technology enable people all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovenia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive these important new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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