Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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