Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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