Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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