Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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