Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental 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 organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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