Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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