Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What original 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 manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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