Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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