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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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