Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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