Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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