Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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