Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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