Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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