Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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