Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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