Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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