Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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