Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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