Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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