Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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