Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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