Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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