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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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