Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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