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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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