Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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