Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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