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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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