Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these MOOC courses? What 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 we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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