Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like French Guiana to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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