Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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