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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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