Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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