Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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