Learn more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Technology-enhanced Learning