Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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