Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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