Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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