Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and 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 low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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