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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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