Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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