Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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