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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? 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 educators manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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