Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning are empowering humans all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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