Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online education are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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