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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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