Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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