Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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