Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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