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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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