Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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