Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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