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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand these important new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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