Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training 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 students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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