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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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