Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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