Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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