Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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