Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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