Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always 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 a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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