Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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