Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates 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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