Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning enable students all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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