Learn more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation 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 handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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