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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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