Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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