Learn more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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