Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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