Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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