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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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