Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to understand these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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