Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC courses? What 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 teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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