Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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