Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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