Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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