Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning have empowered students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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