Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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