Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these open educational experiments. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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