Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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