Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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