Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental 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 participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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