Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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