Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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