Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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