Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology enable students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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