Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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