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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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