Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open education experiments. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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