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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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