Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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