Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX 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 we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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