Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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