Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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