Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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