Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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