Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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