Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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