Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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