Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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