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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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