Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these open education experiments. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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