Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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