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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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