Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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