Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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