Learn more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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