Learn more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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