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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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