Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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