Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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