Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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