Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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