Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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