Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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