Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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