Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better understand these new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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