Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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