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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and 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 organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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