Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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