Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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