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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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