Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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