Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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