Learn more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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