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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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