Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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