Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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