Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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