Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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