Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational experiments. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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