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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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