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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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