Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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