Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and 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 institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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