Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative 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 handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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