Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in digital education technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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