Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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