Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic educational technology have empowered humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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