Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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