Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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