Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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