Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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