Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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