Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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