Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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