Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices 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 low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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