Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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