Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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