Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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