Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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