Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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