Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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