Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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