Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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