Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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