Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online education are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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