Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. 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 mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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