Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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