Find out more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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