Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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