Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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