Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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