Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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