Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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