Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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