Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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