Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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