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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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