Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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