Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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