Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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