Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Anguilla to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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