Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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