Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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