Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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