Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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