Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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