Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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