Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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