Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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