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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in electronic education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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