Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental 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 educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education