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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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