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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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