Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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