Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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