Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation 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 we handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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