Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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