Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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