Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education experiments. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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