Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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