Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational experiments. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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