Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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