Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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