Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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