Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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