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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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