Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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