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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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