Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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