Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also studies 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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