Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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