Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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