Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative 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 institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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