Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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