Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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