Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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