Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to understand these open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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