Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original 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 institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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