Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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