Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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