Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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