Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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