Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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