Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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