Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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