Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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