Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are enabling humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental 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 institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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