Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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