Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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