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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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