Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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