Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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