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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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