Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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