Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bosnia and Herzegovina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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