Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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