Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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