Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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