Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education experiments. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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