Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these significant new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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