Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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