Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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