Learn more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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