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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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