Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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