Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses 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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