Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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