Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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