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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable people all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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