Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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