Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original 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 institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs For College Credit