Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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