Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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