Find out more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively 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 manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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