Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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