Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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