Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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