Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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