Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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