Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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