Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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