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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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