Learn more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning have empowered people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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