Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to understand these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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