Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? 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 and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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