Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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