Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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