Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning have enabled people all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. 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. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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