Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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