Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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