Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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