Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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