Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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