Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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