Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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