Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open education endeavours. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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