Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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