Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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