Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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