Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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