Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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