Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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