Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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