Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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