Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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