Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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