Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental 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 participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Technology-enhanced Learning