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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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