Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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