Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Denmark to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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