Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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