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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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