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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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