Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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