Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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