Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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