Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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