Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online education have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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