Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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