Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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