Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have enabled learners all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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