Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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