Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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