Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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