Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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