Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original 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 we handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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