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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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