Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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