Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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