Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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