Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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