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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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