Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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