Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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