Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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