Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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