Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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