Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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