Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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