Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively 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 educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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