Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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